Property Transfer Post Divorce

Summary

The user is seeking advice on transferring property to her name post-divorce in Louisiana. The property and car titles are still in both her and her ex-husbands names. The divorce decree specified that the property should be transferred to her name. She has not taken any steps yet due to financial constraints and her ex-husbands non-compliance. She is also concerned about two other properties they bought together. The user is advised to file a quitclaim deed for property transfer, visit the Office of Motor Vehicles for car title transfer, and consider taking legal action against her ex-husband for non-compliance with the divorce decree. She is also advised to seek help from legal aid services in Louisiana.

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What is the current status of the property title? In Louisiana, you may need to file a quitclaim deed to transfer property after a divorce.
It still has my husband's name on it and they were suppsoed to put it in my name solely
Did the divorce decree specify that the property should be transferred to your name? In Louisiana, a quitclaim deed is often used to transfer property post-divorce.
Yes and I also got a car too
What is the current status of the car title? In Louisiana, you may need to transfer the car title at the Office of Motor Vehicles.
Both our names is still on the lease documents
What steps have you taken so far to transfer the property and car titles into your name? In Louisiana, you may need to file a quitclaim deed and visit the Office of Motor Vehicles.
None
What is the reason for not taking any steps yet to transfer the property and car titles into your name? In Louisiana, you should:

- File a quitclaim deed for property transfer.
- Visit the Office of Motor Vehicles for car title transfer.
Money and he wont pay
What was the agreement in the divorce decree regarding who would pay for the title transfers?
He was supposed to do it and never did it
What does your divorce decree say about the consequences if your ex-husband fails to transfer the property and car titles?
Nothing so far
Have you considered taking legal action against your ex-husband for not complying with the divorce decree? In Louisiana, non-compliance with a court order can lead to contempt of court charges.
I would love to but I am a school teacher and dont make much
Have you considered seeking legal aid services? In Louisiana, there are organizations that provide free or low-cost legal assistance.
Yes today,thats why I am talking to you
What is the name of the county where your property is located? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the local court or relevant office for property transfer.
It is in
Which county in Louisiana is your property located?
Evangeline parish
What is the address of the property you want to transfer? This will help me provide you with the contact details of the local court or relevant office for property transfer.
* Lewis Avenus,Basile,LA
What is the make, model, and year of the car you want to transfer?
I am just worried about the house today,please, I am so overwhelmed with all this,see we bought 2othet homes *
I understand your concern. Have you contacted your ex-husband about transferring the property as per the divorce decree?
I am not allowed to speak to him at all, he put a protective order on me and my chidlren
What are the terms of the protective order? It's important to understand the restrictions to avoid any violations.
I am not allowed at his home
What are the terms of the protective order regarding communication? You may be able to communicate for legal purposes. In Louisiana, violating a protective order can lead to criminal charges.
And so many feet of it
What does "so many feet of it" refer to in the terms of the protective order?
I would have to pull it up at courthouse,like * feet
What is the exact distance restriction mentioned in the protective order? In Louisiana, violating a protective order can lead to criminal charges.
I think * feet of the premises,it was ordered on *
What steps have you taken to enforce the divorce decree regarding the property transfer? In Louisiana, you can file a motion for contempt if your ex-husband fails to comply with the court order.
None uet,thats why I am here talking to you because I didnt know what to do next
What does your divorce decree say about the property transfer process?
Nothing that I have read
What does your divorce decree say about the enforcement of its terms and conditions?
We met in front of the judge and I was told I had the home to live in and the car
What does your divorce decree specifically state about the transfer of the property title to your name?
Plus am confused about the other * homes we bought together in crowley, LA
What does your divorce decree state about the ownership and division of the other two properties in Crowley, LA?
Nothing....plus he collects all the rent each year since *...but we bought them together
What does your divorce decree say about the division of rental income from the properties you bought together?
They did not tell me anything further,at this point they just left me in the dark..I am so overwhelmed at this point and want closure
What does your divorce decree say about the division of assets and properties? In Louisiana, marital property is typically divided equally. You may need to consult a lawyer for further assistance.
Yes but I dont have much money
Have you considered seeking help from legal aid services in Louisiana? They often provide free or low-cost legal assistance.
I dont even know about them,the number or who there to speak to
What is your financial situation? Legal Aid Bureau of Louisiana provides free legal services to eligible individuals. You can contact them at (*) *-*.
I get paid * per month as a teacher
What is the exact amount you earn per month as a teacher?
*
What does your divorce decree say about spousal support or alimony? In Louisiana, alimony may be awarded based on the financial needs of the receiving spouse and the ability of the other spouse to pay.
That he wasnt going to give me any spousal support.
What does your divorce decree say about the division of assets and properties?
All it said was I would have the * house in Basils,LA,and my car
What does your divorce decree say about the other two properties in Crowley, LA?
Nothing I was left indark about it since *
What does your divorce decree say about the division of rental income from the properties in Crowley, LA?
Nothing, I didnt receive any of the rent on them yet
What does your divorce decree say about the division of rental income from the properties in Crowley, LA?

In Louisiana, rental income from jointly owned properties is typically divided equally.
Exactly,but he did not do that
What steps have you taken to enforce the terms of the divorce decree regarding the division of rental income?
None yet, I'm doing that now
What is your plan to enforce the terms of the divorce decree regarding the division of rental income?
Whatever needs to be done
What does your divorce decree say about the enforcement of its terms and conditions?
What do I do next?
Have you considered filing a motion for contempt of court against your ex-husband for not complying with the divorce decree?
If that will get my home in my name solely
What does your divorce decree specifically state about the transfer of the property title to your name?

In Louisiana, if the divorce decree states that the property is yours, you can file a motion for contempt against your ex-husband for not transferring the title.
And go from there
What does your divorce decree say about the division of assets and properties?
That I would get my home in Basils,LA and my car
What does your divorce decree say about the division of the other properties and their rental income?
It does not state anything about that so far
What does your divorce decree say about the enforcement of its terms and conditions?
Nothing further
What does your divorce decree say about the division of rental income from the properties in Crowley, LA?
Nothing yet,backpay of rental money collected,? Is this possible?
In Louisiana, if the rental properties were acquired during the marriage, they may be considered community property. Have you discussed this with a legal professional?
Not yet
What does your divorce decree say about the division of assets and properties?
I will speak to alawyer that assist me today please
What is the specific legal assistance you are seeking from a lawyer today?
Help with putting my home in my name
What does your divorce decree specifically state about the transfer of the property title to your name?
Thanks,who do you want me to call?
You should contact the Legal Aid Bureau of Louisiana at (*) *-* for assistance with transferring the property title to your name.
Ok
What is the current status of the divorce decree? Have you received a final copy from the court?
Bye
What is the current status of your divorce decree? Have you received a final copy from the court?
No
No
No